Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Ajax Search Lite currently ranks #564 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #560, first reached on Aug 13, 2026.
- It is averaging 942 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 36% versus the month before (1,465/day).
- The latest release, v4.14.5, shipped on Aug 21, 2026 (10 days ago) — release #96 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #564 |
| 2026-07-31 | #564 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 70,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 80,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-29 | 306 |
| 2026-07-31 | 7,374 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | wpdreams |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.14.5 |
| Versions released | 96 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-21 |
| Added to directory | 2012-11-17 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.5+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
The Best Ajax Live Search and Filter for WordPress. Live suggestions, Custom Post types, Custom fields, Categories, WooCommerce & Elementor support
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Ajax Search Lite?
WordPress.org reports 70K+ active installs.
How popular is Ajax Search Lite?
As of August 31, 2026, Ajax Search Lite ranks #564 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #560.
When was Ajax Search Lite last updated?
Ajax Search Lite was last updated on August 21, 2026 (version 4.14.5). It has shipped 96 releases in total.
Who makes Ajax Search Lite?
Ajax Search Lite is developed by wpdreams. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2012.
